More than 40 years ago Dr. Kent Greer, Hospital Director and founder of Pet Care Center of Apopka, graduated from University of Missouri.
Drawing on the example of his father’s practice, he opened his first veterinary hospital in 1985. Dr. Greer, a second-generation veterinarian, decided to build what was to become a new concept in veterinary hospitals for Central Florida. This facility offered in-house diagnostics with the very first IDEXX blood machines in the United States. Annie came on board as an animal behaviorist, and Annie and Dr. Greer married in 1996.
Dr. Greer is the senior doctor and oversees all aspects of his practice. Having over 40 years of surgical experience, including orthopedics and soft tissue and internal surgeries, he’s a certified Veterinary Chiro-practitioner and has a profound interest in alternative medicine as a means to support conventional care. As such, he is one of the leaders in Central Florida of alternative therapies.
The skilled team at Pet Care Center of Apopka work to prevent and treat conditions as well as educate pet parents on all aspects of their pet’s health. To further extend their care, your pet’s first exam is free. This free first exam is a great time for them to get to know you and your pet, make preventive recommendations, and/or begin the path towards better health for your pet.
Sometimes, all your pet needs is a good look over with nutritional, behavioral, or exercise advice. Frequently, the staff at Pet Care Center of Apopka is referred to for second opinions. When a patient is experiencing ongoing health problems, they identify the cause and, in turn, make treatment recommendations. Your pet may be due for such things as vaccinations, a comprehensive veterinary examination that addresses the entirety of your pet’s well-being.
In 2003, Dr. Greer and his wife Annie saw a unique opportunity to expand their services. They created an exceptional, first-class pet resort, which is combined with their advanced medical services. They converted a family residence and added a $1.5-million state-of–the-art boarding facility that retained the integrity of the beautiful six acres of woodland and grasslands on the property. Then they added a 35 x 24 ft swimming pool especially designed for your pet and their safety.
In these times of Covid, all precautions have been taken. With the space granted, the public is still able to wait inside and have face-to-face conversations with the doctor and staff. There is no waiting in the parking lot in your car. Deep cleaning is a given, and all staff and clients have felt safe. “We are essential workers, and you, as clients are also deemed essential according to Orange County edict,” stated Annie.
“We are seeing an influx of new clients (eligible for a free exam) and many second opinions and certainly the case load of surgeries that are non-elective have increased exponentially.”
In today’s corporate takeover of veterinary medicine, experienced veterinarians capable of handling cruciate ligament surgeries, soft palate reconstruction and other serious conditions are simply not available, and the specialty practices are very often prohibitively expensive. Dr. Greer is valued for his years of surgical experience, and he is always happy to explain in length the procedure your dog may, or may not, need.
Pet Care Center of Apopka is now on Instagram and Face Book for ease of questions and information. Follow them, but most importantly, visit their website at centralfloridavets.com for the latest offers and information.
Pet Care Center of Apopka and Pet Resort of Apopka are conveniently located at 2807 North Rock Springs Rd, near Rock Springs Elementary. Open for business six days a week! Call 407-884-8924 to make an appointment or to get details regarding your free first time exam.
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